Mo Brighta
Well-Known Member
I was formerly able to get a nice Hella LED center brake light for use in boosting visibility and triggering the 'Startle Reflex' in 'sleepy drivers' behind us. This is the 'model 5238' LED self adhesive center brake light with an adjustable plate to allow aiming the light beam (hot spot) at the opposition! The 12 LEDs are mounted on a plate, behind individual 'lenses' that focus the light into a square beam -- and the plate has a pivot point allowing you to aim it up and down for maximum effectiveness ... straight into the eyeballs of drivers in following traffic.
Sadly, the source dried up, and the last few in the system went up in price... time passed, and I continued to get questions about this nice unit. I have been pestered on other forums, and have mentioned it here as well. So I finally got on my former suppliers and guess what - Somehow, they are now available again!
Of course, Hella USA does not stock or sell them, so I poked around on their international sites and found them in NEW ZEALAND. From that site, I found the official Hella part number (and legacy part number) and bounced this off my US contact. They have agreed to import these (I am enrolled as a reseller with Hella). They warn there is a 12 week lead time, maybe they are being rowed across the ocean in a dinghy?
This is 'Special Order' from Hella New Zealand through the US Hella warehouse, and (I couldn't believe it) the cost went DOWN, so I am now selling them at $99 per, instead of $132. And because I love you all, I am including the correct wire connectors to plug into the brake light circuit without cutting or damaging the wires. Plug and Play. No extra charge.
This order will be WELL over a dozen, easily, and might get ridiculous if everyone wants one or two. But don't worry, I can handle it. Plus, lower shipping cost inbound will help keep my costs down. Shipping to you will be low since they are light.
Some pictures are attached, look and decide if you would like to 'Be Seen, and Not Hurt.' People say 'they look stock' and 'easy to hook up.' Both true. Installation is at your discretion on the inside of the rear window, top or bottom are typical. Self stick adhesive (3M VHB = Very High Bond strength).
Anybody interested? Shoot me a message or post your order here (quantity and vehicle used in, so I can wire it for simple installation).
Details - $99 each plus shipping, 12 week lead time, and wired for your car - Plug'n'Play.
Payment - A $60 deposit (each light) is appreciated, but not mandatory, and guarantees your name is on one.
Now, be aware they also have versions for rear window angles that are flatter (model 5237) and more upright (model 5239). Ask me for details if this might be of interest to you.
EDIT- I added pictures of an install in a 2002, top and bottom of the glass. Not lighted, but at least you can see what it looks like installed.
Sadly, the source dried up, and the last few in the system went up in price... time passed, and I continued to get questions about this nice unit. I have been pestered on other forums, and have mentioned it here as well. So I finally got on my former suppliers and guess what - Somehow, they are now available again!
Of course, Hella USA does not stock or sell them, so I poked around on their international sites and found them in NEW ZEALAND. From that site, I found the official Hella part number (and legacy part number) and bounced this off my US contact. They have agreed to import these (I am enrolled as a reseller with Hella). They warn there is a 12 week lead time, maybe they are being rowed across the ocean in a dinghy?
This is 'Special Order' from Hella New Zealand through the US Hella warehouse, and (I couldn't believe it) the cost went DOWN, so I am now selling them at $99 per, instead of $132. And because I love you all, I am including the correct wire connectors to plug into the brake light circuit without cutting or damaging the wires. Plug and Play. No extra charge.
This order will be WELL over a dozen, easily, and might get ridiculous if everyone wants one or two. But don't worry, I can handle it. Plus, lower shipping cost inbound will help keep my costs down. Shipping to you will be low since they are light.
Some pictures are attached, look and decide if you would like to 'Be Seen, and Not Hurt.' People say 'they look stock' and 'easy to hook up.' Both true. Installation is at your discretion on the inside of the rear window, top or bottom are typical. Self stick adhesive (3M VHB = Very High Bond strength).
Anybody interested? Shoot me a message or post your order here (quantity and vehicle used in, so I can wire it for simple installation).
Details - $99 each plus shipping, 12 week lead time, and wired for your car - Plug'n'Play.
Payment - A $60 deposit (each light) is appreciated, but not mandatory, and guarantees your name is on one.
Now, be aware they also have versions for rear window angles that are flatter (model 5237) and more upright (model 5239). Ask me for details if this might be of interest to you.
EDIT- I added pictures of an install in a 2002, top and bottom of the glass. Not lighted, but at least you can see what it looks like installed.
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